Root Canal Therapy

Endodontic Presentation

To provide you with a better understanding of endodontic therapy, we have provided the following multimedia presentation. Many common questions pertaining to root canals are discussed.

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What is a root canal?

A root canal is one of the most common dental procedures performed, well over 14 million every year. This simple treatment can save your natural teeth and prevent the need of dental implants or bridges.

At the center of your tooth is pulp. Pulp is a collection of blood vessels that helps to build the surrounding tooth. Infection of the pulp can be caused by trauma to the tooth, deep decay, cracks and chips, or repeated dental procedures. Symptoms of the infection can be identified as visible injury or swelling of the tooth, sensitivity to temperature or pain in the tooth and gums.

If you experience any of these symptoms, your dentist will most likely recommend non-surgical treatment to eliminate the diseased pulp. This injured pulp is removed and the root canal system is thoroughly cleaned and sealed. This therapy usually involves local anesthesia and may be completed in one or more visits depending on the treatment required. Success for this type of treatment occurs in about 90% of cases. If your tooth is not amenable to endodontic treatment or the chance of success is unfavorable, you will be informed at the time of consultation or when a complication becomes evident during or after treatment. We use local anesthesia to eliminate discomfort. In addition, we will provide nitrous oxide analgesia if indicated. You will be able to drive home after your treatment, and you probably will be comfortable returning to your normal routine.

What happens after treatment?

When your root canal therapy has been completed, a record of your treatment will be sent to your restorative dentist. You should contact their office for a follow-up restoration within a few weeks of completion at our office. Your restorative dentist will decide on what type of restoration is necessary to protect your tooth (usually a crown). To prevent further decay, continue to practice good dental hygiene.

How much will it cost?

The cost associated with this procedure can vary depending on factors such as the severity of damage to the affected tooth and which tooth is affected. In general, endodontic treatment is much less expensive than tooth removal and replacement with an artificial tooth (dental implant).

5 out of 5 stars based on 108 Root Canal Therapy reviews.

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Thanks to all of you for your excellent care. Will recommend you at any chance that I can.

- Kurt J

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byKurt Jon01/25/2018

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This has been the easiest root canal I have ever had. There was absolutely no pain at all and it was completed in just one visit. I called this morning and they were able to get me in this morning I was in severe pain for 7 days going in and came out feeling great. I would recommend Dr. Katz and his staff to anyone. I will return to have future work done when necessary. They are great! Thank you all.

- Mary B

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byMary Bon01/24/2018

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My regular dentist said I needed a Root Canal procedure and suggested I see Dr. Katz . From the time I phoned his office to schedule an appointment to the time I walked out as a very satisfied patient , I could not have been more satisfied. His Office is very clean and bright, his Staff is highly professional and very friendly as is Dr. Katz himself. The procedure was painless and completed without any complications in just this one visit. I would not hesitate to see him again in the future if a need arises and would highly recommend him to friends and others as well.

- Farish L

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byFarish Lon01/09/2018

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I'm a dental phobic and claustrophobic who needed a root canal. Dr, Katz and his staff made this experience a walk in the park. I never felt judge for my "issues" and I never felt any pain or discomfort. More than that, I'm about 10 hours post procedure and I still have NO PAIN! I recommend his practice to anyone no matter what your "issues or fears" are. Thank you so much Dr. Katz and staff!

- Sheila D

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bySheila Don12/27/2017

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Very caring and painless experience! Totally eased my fears of the procedure. Highly recommend to anyone.

- Yvonne P

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byYvonne Pon12/19/2017

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The staff was exceptionally friendly, Dr. Katz personally called me after hours to check in on me after my appointment. They were able to get me in right away.

- Jessica Pope

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byJessica Popeon11/23/2017

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I am so grateful for this practice. Yesterday I was in the most extreme pain I have ever been in and needed an emergency root canal. This was the only practice that took me as an emergency that day - cared for me as a person - got me out of pain immediately - did the root canal which was completely pain free. The staff was caring - friendly - welcoming. Dr. Katz explained everything - and literally I had no pain after the procedure or the next day. Superior practice/expertise. I really felt like they cared about me as a person.

- Lisa

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byLisaon11/21/2017

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The doctor and staff are exceptional. It was a very pleasant experience.

- Johndrue M

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byJohndrue Mon11/15/2017

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Excellent experience much easier than anticipated friendly atmosphere

- Bradshaw B

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byBradshaw Bon11/14/2017

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Dr. Katz and his staff is just amazing. I don't usually write reviews...well, I never write reviews, but these folks are so great that I couldn't not. This is the second procedure I've had done and they've were more than accommodating, professional and just all around great people. I'd recommend them and their practice to anyone need work done.

- Brian D

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byBrian Don11/07/2017

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- Lindsey S

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byLindsey Son11/07/2017

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I've had a couple of root canals done in the past so I was not looking forward to another one. My dentist told me that I'd be very satisfied with Dr. Katz and I really was. This root canal was completed with one visit, no pain, just slight pressure and I didn't have any after effects from the procedure.

- Carol B

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byCarol Bon10/26/2017

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- Kathy W

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byKathy Won10/26/2017

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The office was able to see me right away. Regardless of how busy they already were, they made me feel welcome. Staff and Dr. are the best in the business.

- Jim F

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byJim Fon10/19/2017

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Awesome Practice!

- Brandi L

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byBrandi Lon10/18/2017

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I laughed during a root canal...no laughing gas! The staff is friendly and funny and did a great job putting me at ease and got the job done quickly and expertly.

- Regina S

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byRegina Son10/05/2017

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Dr Katz and his amazing staff took excellent care of everything.

- Janine C

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byJanine Con10/02/2017

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I HAD A GREAT EXPERIENCE AT KATZ ENDODONTICS. DR. KATZ AND HIS STAFF WERE VERY AND FRIENDLY. EXPLAINED EACH PROCEDURE. I HAD A ROOT CANAL BELIEVE THIS! THERE WAS ABSOLUTELY "NO PAIN" OR DISCOMFORT. IT WAS A PIECE OF CAKE!!!!

- MARIA B

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byMARIA Bon09/13/2017

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- Mary Anne S

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byMary Anne Son08/30/2017

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Everyone was so nice. I am terrified of anything dental and the doctor and his staff were so encouraging. They explained everything and made sure I was comfortable the whole way. Definately would recommend Dr Katz and Tina!

Doug Katz, Doctor

Dear Dr. Katz, Thanks so much for putting my mind at ease. The 1st point of contact with Joanne was extremely positive and reassuring. Dr. Katz, you continued to ease my mind with your friendly and informative expertise, with results beyond my expectation.

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